Most photographers today spend endless hours reviewing images on a computer screen, rarely having the thrill of holding an actual print. In this episode the Switch to Manual Guys talk about the joy of printing and touch on some of the technical and aesthetic considerations. Whether you prefer stretched canvases or framed prints, images mounted on foam board or the creation of unique photo books, you'll find something useful in this episode. But watch out. After listening to this one you may find yourself approaching a coffee shop or local artist's group about showing your work! After all, printing is one of the more powerful pathways for getting your images out into the world!
Most photographers today spend endless hours reviewing images on a computer screen, rarely having the thrill of holding an actual print. In this episode the Switch to Manual Guys talk about the joy of printing and touch on some of the technical and aesthetic considerations. Whether you prefer stretched canvases or framed prints, images mounted on foam board or the creation of unique photo books, you'll find something useful in this episode. But watch out. After listening to this one you may find yourself approaching a coffee shop or local artist's group about showing your work! After all, printing is one of the more powerful pathways for getting your images out into the world!
[note - Antonio must've been still high on his cold medication because he mentions at the beginning of the show that it was the 28th episode when, in fact, it's the 27th episode. Forgive the mixup.]
(Epson 3800 with a 17"x22" print)
(Antonio's exhibit at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden)
(sample canvases from CGPro Prints - prices may be out of date)
(Antonio's prints hanging in his living room)
Link's from the show:
CG Pro Prints
Robert Capa's Mexican Suitcase
Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition
Steeplechase Coffee Shop
Matt Carr Photographer
Adorama Pix
Storehouse App
Blurb Books
On 1 Perfect Resize